Canon SX260 HS vs Sigma DP2x

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon SX260 HS and Sigma DP2x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX260 HS was unveiled 17 months after the DP2x which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX260 HS grades vs the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Sigma DP2x. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS comes with exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Sigma DP2x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Canon SX260 HS and Sigma DP2x in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the SX260 HS versus the DP2x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and DP2x is 91 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and DP2x.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX260 HS using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Canon SX260 HS will offer more detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger SX260 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.